What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Bridgend?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Bridgend is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 53 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdare to Bridgend?

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Bridgend is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Bridgend?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Victoria Square and arriving at Coity Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Aberdare and arriving at Bridgend via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Bridgend?

The distance between Aberdare and Bridgend is 43 miles. The road distance is 24.6 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdare to Bridgend without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Bridgend without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £17 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Aberdare to Bridgend?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Aberdare to Bridgend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Bridgend bus from?

Aberdare to Bridgend bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Victoria Square station.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Bridgend train from?

Aberdare to Bridgend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.

Train or bus from Aberdare to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Bridgend is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 1h 43m.

Where does the Aberdare to Bridgend bus arrive?

Aberdare to Bridgend bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Coity Road station.

Where does the Aberdare to Bridgend train arrive?

Aberdare to Bridgend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Aberdare to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Bridgend is 25 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Aberdare to Bridgend.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdare to Bridgend?

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Where can I stay near Bridgend?

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Aberdare to Bridgend - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberdare to Bridgend by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff Centraltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bridgendtrain Ebbw Vale Town - Maesteg / ...
1h 38m
£17–32
Drive 24.5 mi
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1. Drive from Aberdare to Bridgendcar 24.5 mi
53 min
£6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Square to Coity Roadbus 172
1h 43m
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Bridgendtaxi 24.5 mi
53 min
£50–65

Aberdare to Bridgend by train

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Distance: 42.9 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Aberdare, Wales and Bridgend, Wales?

You can take a train from Aberdare to Bridgend via Cardiff Central in around 1h 38m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Victoria Square to Coity Road hourly. Tickets cost £7–11 and the journey takes 1h 43m.

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